Olivia Rutledge

In this 30-minute kinder lesson, students will explore relationship skills by identifying and practicing friendship qualities. Using story, video, activities, and a fun game, learners will build empathy, sharing, and cooperation. Perfect for classroom-wide Tier 1 support.

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, PreK and Kindergarten students become “Friendship Detectives” as they explore social awareness—identifying feelings, showing empathy, and noticing others’ emotions. This Tier 1 classroom lesson uses videos, discussion, games, and activities to help young learners build essential social skills for making friends and working together.

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, PreK and Kindergarten students become “Friendship Detectives” as they explore social awareness—identifying feelings, showing empathy, and noticing others’ emotions. This Tier 1 classroom lesson uses videos, discussion, games, and activities to help young learners build essential social skills for making friends and working together.

In this engaging 30-minute kindergarten lesson on self-awareness, students will explore their own feelings, preferences, and unique qualities. By identifying emotions and personal interests, they'll build confidence and begin to understand themselves. Through a video, interactive game, hands-on activity, and a quick quiz, this lesson fosters foundational self-awareness skills critical for social-emotional growth.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for Pre-K/K students, learners will explore basic self-management skills by identifying emotions and practicing calming strategies. This fun, video-enhanced session builds early emotional awareness and gives children tools to regulate big feelings in the classroom and at home.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for Pre-K/K students, learners will explore basic self-management skills by identifying emotions and practicing calming strategies. This fun, video-enhanced session builds early emotional awareness and gives children tools to regulate big feelings in the classroom and at home.

A daily 5-minute Tier 1 warm-up for 1st graders teaching brief mindfulness exercises to connect with thoughts and feelings. Builds self-awareness skills aligned with CASEL, reinforcing self-reflection habits each session.

In this 30-minute PreK lesson, students explore what it means to belong, recognize similarities and differences, and celebrate inclusion. Building a sense of community early boosts social confidence and emotional well-being.

This lesson introduces Pre-K students to the concept of friendship, focusing on understanding and building positive relationships with peers. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn the importance of kindness, sharing, and cooperation, which are essential skills for their social development.

This lesson introduces Pre-K 4 students to the concept of friendship through playful activities and simple discussions. It's important as it helps young children develop basic social skills and understand the value of kindness and sharing. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session, suitable for a Tier 1 classroom setting.

In this lesson, kindergarten students will listen to a storybook that highlights acts of kindness. They will then engage in a discussion about what kindness means to them and draw their favorite part of the story. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop empathy and understand the value of being kind to others, which is crucial for their social-emotional development.

In this lesson, students will maintain a kindness journal where they write about kind acts they performed or witnessed. This activity promotes self-reflection and recognition of kindness in everyday life. It helps students develop empathy and awareness of positive actions, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

In this lesson, students will become digital detectives to explore various online threats such as cyberbullying, phishing, and scams. Through engaging puzzles and group activities, they will learn strategies to protect themselves and develop critical thinking skills. This lesson is crucial for empowering students to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.

This lesson helps 3rd-grade students identify and express their feelings of loss through storytelling and art. Students will create a piece of art that reflects their emotions and share it with the class. This lesson is important as it provides a safe space for students to explore and articulate complex emotions, fostering emotional intelligence and empathy.

Students will learn and practice various everyday safety practices such as crossing the street, using seat belts, and avoiding strangers. This lesson is important as it helps young children understand essential safety measures, which can prevent accidents and harmful situations, ensuring their well-being.

In this lesson, kindergarten students will embark on a 'Healthy Habits Adventure' where they will learn about the importance of healthy eating and active living through interactive storytelling. This lesson is crucial as it introduces young learners to the concept of balanced meals and daily exercise, setting the foundation for lifelong healthy habits.

In this lesson, students will explore different emotions through interactive discussions and activities. This lesson is important because it will help students recognize their own emotions and learn strategies for managing them effectively, promoting better social interactions and emotional well-being.

In this lesson, students will be introduced to mindfulness techniques to help manage stress. They will practice a simple breathing exercise and discuss the benefits of mindfulness. This lesson is important as it provides students with tools to manage stress and improve their focus and well-being.

In this lesson, students will explore their future career aspirations by creating vision boards. This exercise helps students visualize and plan the steps they need to achieve their goals, promoting both creativity and forward-thinking.

Students will explore different emotions through storytime. They will watch two videos, 'The Frightened Lion' and 'Emotions StoryBots,' and discuss the emotions depicted. This lesson will help students understand and relate to their own feelings.

In this lesson, students will listen to a story about managing stress. Then they will discuss the characters' feelings and coping strategies. This lesson helps students understand emotions and develop strategies for managing stress, which are crucial for their social-emotional development.

This lesson helps students to recognize and name different emotions using interactive activities and discussions. It is crucial for developing students' emotional intelligence and teaching them how to cope with stressful feelings effectively.

Students will learn to recognize signs of stress in themselves and others and explore healthy coping mechanisms. The lesson includes interactive stress-relief techniques like deep breathing and drawing. This lesson is important as it equips students with the skills to manage stress effectively, promoting their academic performance and overall well-being.

In this lesson, students will participate in a game of charades to act out and guess different emotions. This activity will help foster emotional recognition and empathy, important skills for social-emotional development.

This lesson will guide students through a body scan meditation to help them become more aware of their physical sensations and reduce tension. By practicing mindfulness through this meditation technique, students can learn to better manage stress and improve their overall well-being.